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10 Euros Washington in Boston
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#314532 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Washington, leading four officers on horseback toward the city of Boston. To the right of the piece is a fort, cannons and cannonballs lying on the ground, and British ships fleeing the city.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HOSTIBUS PRIMO FUGATIS
2021
BOSTONIUM RECUPERATUM
XVII MARTI
MDCCLXXVI
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin commemorates George Washington's siege of Boston, the insurgents' first major victory over the United Kingdom. The coin is directly inspired by the famous medals produced by France in the 18th century to pay tribute to the great moments of the War of Independence. Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of George Washington, the first President of the United States, on one side, and a depiction of the famous Boston Common park on the other. This unique combination of American and French elements makes it a truly distinctive and collectible coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (Washington in Boston) 2021 coin.
